Animal Encounters

Take part in an interactive, educational experience with one of Australia's native icons! This sticky-beak little creature is one of the most interesting animals around, and you’ll never forget your up-close encounter with the spikey Echidna!
Package Details
Timing and Days
- One Echidna encounter is held daily.
- Encounters run from 12.30pm-12.45pm. Participants meet at the Information & Tour Desk 10 minutes prior to encounter.
Price and Guest Limit
- $40 per person (does not include admission). Admission can be paid on arrival at the Zoo.
- Includes one 6" x 8" photograph.
- Minimum age 6 years.
- Maximum of 4 people per encounter.
Bookings
- Bookings can be made at the Information & Tour Desk by 11.45am on the day of the encounter or can be made in advance by calling (07) 5436 2002 or email via our contact form.
Extras
- A professional photographer will take photos of your encounter. These photos are available for purchase from our photography lab 30 minutes after completion.
- Includes one 6" x 8" photograph.
Terms and Conditions
- Parents or guardians must take responsibility for 6-14yr olds participating in the encounter.
- A maximum of four people can take part in an echidna encounter at one time.
- Minimum age requirement is 6yrs and over.
- Participants must agree to follow instructions given by the handlers.
- Participants may be asked to cease the encounter at the handlers' discretion.
- Please ensure that you wash your hands both before and after the encounter.
- Participants are required to wear sensible footwear during the encounter.
- No personal items are permitted into the enclosure, with the exception of cameras. Any excess items can be stored at the Tour Desk for the duration of your encounter.
- Australia Zoo does not take any responsibility for any injuries that are received during the encounter. First Aid will be called if required.
- An Australia Zoo photographer will be present during the encounter to capture the action. All photos taken will be available for purchase from the Fuji Photography lab.
- Cost of encounter does not include entry into Australia Zoo. Admission can be paid for seperately on arrival to the zoo.














